Parts - Mantis 3550 Original Operating Instructions

IV. WARNINGS
6. Before using, always visually inspect
to see that the tines, tine bolts and tine
assembly are not worn or damaged.
Replace worn or damaged tines and
bolts in sets to preserve balance.
7. Maintain the tiller/cultivator with care
– Keep the cutting edges clean for
optimal performance and to reduce the
risk of injury. Inspect the extension cord
periodically and immediately replace it if
damaged. Keep the handles dry, clean,
and free from oil and grease. Follow the
additional recommendations described in
the maintenance section of this manual.
8. Avoid accidental starting – Do not carry
the garden tiller/cultivator with your finger
on the switch. Make sure the switch is off
before plugging-in or unplugging the unit.
9. Do not abuse the cord – Never pull the
tiller/cultivator by the cord or yank the
cord to disconnect it from the receptacle.
Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and
sharp edges.
10. Moving parts – Keep hands and feet
away from moving parts. Keep guards
in place and in proper working order.
11. Do not force the tiller/cultivator – It
will perform better with less likelihood
of personal or mechanical injury if it
is used at the rate for which it was
designed.
12. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
13. On multi-bladed machines, take care as
rotating one tine can cause other tines
to rotate.
14. Keep work area clean and well-lit –
Cluttered, dark areas invite accidents.
Work only in daylight or in good artificial
light.
15. Always be sure of your footing on
slopes.
16. Walk, never run with the tiller/cultivator.
V. EMERGENCY
Familiarize yourself with the use of this product by reading of this instruction manual completely. Memorize the safety
directions and follow them to the letter. This will help to prevent risks and hazards.
1. Always stay alert when using this tiller/cultivator, so that you can recognize and handle risks early. Watch what you are doing. Use
common sense. Do not operate the tiller/cultivator when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or other medication.
Fast intervention can prevent serious injury and damage to property.
2. Switch off and disconnect from the power supply if there are malfunctions. Have the tiller/cultivator checked by a qualified professional
and repaired, if necessary, before you operate it again.
3. Please call the Mantis customer service center at 1-800-366-6268 for assistance
17. Work across the slopes, never up and
down.
18. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes.
19. Do not work on excessively steep
slopes.
20. Use extreme caution when reversing or
pulling the product towards you.
21. Start the motor carefully according to
manufacturer instructions and with feet
well away from the moving tines.
22. Do not put your hands or feet near or
under rotating parts.
23. Never pick up or carry a tiller/cultivator
while the motor is running.
24. Never operate the tiller/cultivator with
defective guards or shields, or without
safety devices, for example deflectors
and/or catchers in place.
25. Stop the tiller/cultivator, and disconnect
it from the power supply. Make sure
that all moving parts have come to a
complete stop...
- before unclogging or changing the
tines.
- before checking, cleaning, servicing
or working on the machine.
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect
the tiller/cultivator for damage and
make repairs before restarting and
operating the machine.
- whenever you leave the tiller/
cultivator. Never leave the tiller/
cultivator running when unattended.
26. If the tiller/cultivator starts to vibrate
abnormally (check immediately)
- inspect for damage,
- check for and tighten any loose parts,
- replace or repair any damaged parts
27. Store idle tool indoors – When not in
use, the tiller/cultivator should be stored
indoors in a dry and high or locked-up
place out of the reach of children.
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28. Avoid dangerous environments – Do
not use the tiller/cultivator in rain
or in damp or wet locations. Do not
operate the tiller/cultivator in gaseous
or explosive atmospheres or use
the tiller/cultivator near flammable or
combustible liquids. Motors in these
type of tools normally spark, and the
sparks might ignite fumes.
29. Check for damaged parts – Before
further use of the tiller/cultivator, a
guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, mounting, and any other
condition that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced.
30. Keep the tiller/cultivator free of grass,
leaves, or grease to reduce the chance
of fire hazard.
31. The motor housing remains hot for a
short period after the tiller/cultivator is
turned OFF. Allow the motor housing
to cool completely before touching or
storing near combustible material.
32. Do not use near underground electric
cables, telephone, lines, pipes, or
hoses. If in doubt, contact your utility
or telephone company to locate
underground services.
33. Be aware that the tiller/cultivator may
unexpectedly bounce upward or jump
forward if the tines should strike buried
obstacles such as large stones, roots,
or stumps.
34. Don't grasp the exposed tines or cutting
edges when picking up or holding the
tiller/cultivator.
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